In a distressing incident in River Rouge, Michigan, twin 11-year-old girls were gravely injured when a firework they believed would merely sparkle exploded in their bathroom. According to Local 4, one of the twins lost several fingers, while her sister suffered cuts and burns from the firework, likened by police to dynamite in its potency. The girls had discovered the dangerous explosive at their home, expecting a harmless display.

Their neighbor, Ernestine Dickerson, immediately sprang into action upon hearing the commotion. "One of the twins looked like she was missing her hand," Dickerson recounted in an interview with Local 4. Quick aid from Dickerson and her family, including a tourniquet applied by her nurse daughter, was crucial for the injured girl's immediate survival. The River Rouge Police responded to the incident, rushing the girls to the hospital, with Deputy Chief Dasumo Mitchell noting the significance of the neighbor's timely intervention.

Investigations by local police are underway to uncover the source of the illegal fireworks. WOODTV, in their report, mentioned that authorities are considering criminal charges in relation to the accident. The incident has raised concerns about fireworks safety, especially with the July 4th celebrations approaching.

"Don’t bring explosives in the house, and educate the kids… and have supervision when using fireworks," Deputy Chief Mitchell advised in his interview with Fox 2 Detroit. Misuse of fireworks continues to be a pressing issue in Michigan, despite legislative efforts such as the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act. As FOX 2 Detroit notes, Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs urges consumers to purchase fireworks only from certified retailers and to follow all safety instructions carefully.